Regular Spring Hours:
Mondays-Fridays, 9:30 AM – 5 PM.
Saturdays & Sundays and National Holidays, 9:30 AM – 6 PM.
Admissions closes 1 hour prior to zoo closing. Our animals are most active in the morning hours, so plan to come early!
Important disclosure: Some of the animals may not always be viewable in their habitats. As a rescue zoo, our first priority at Austin Zoo is the comfort & contentment of our animals in residence. Our animals can choose at any time to be in their inside den areas if desired. No refunds for tickets will be provided.
EDUCATION: SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMP – MARCH 31!
Austin Zoo is hosting our
“Deep In The Heart” Camp for ages 6-10 for one day on
March 31, 10AM-4PM.
HELP US NAME OUR NEW MINIATURE DONKEY!
This adorable young lady was surrendered to us by a private owner. We think she deserves a special name and we want your help to name her! Enter a name for a $5 donation by March 31.
We’re Hiring!
To view available positions, please visit our Employment page.
Or visit us on and apply through Ziprecruiter!
Planning a Visit from out of Town?
Stay at Austin Zoo’s AirBnB!
CAPYBARA and GALAPAGOS TORTOISE ENCOUNTERS
Want an up-close-and-personal animal encounter?
DAILY ZOOKEEPER CHATS
Mondays
- 10:00 AM – Porcupines
- 11:00 AM – Parrots
- 1:00 – Alligators
Tuesdays
- 10:00 AM – Porcupines
- 11:00 AM – Parrots
- 1:00 PM – Reptiles / Discovery Center
Wednesdays
- 10:00 AM – Porcupines
- 11:00 AM – Parrots
- 1:00 PM – Reptiles / Discovery Center
Thursdays
- 10:00 AM – Porcupines
- 11:00 AM – Parrots
- 1:00 – Reptiles / Discovery Center
Fridays
- 10:00 AM – Porcupines
- 11:00 AM – Parrots
- 1:00 PM – Alligators
Saturdays & Sundays
- 10:00 AM – Primates
- 11:00 AM – White Tiger “Zulema”
- 12:00 PM – Galapagos Tortoises
- 1:00 PM – Black Bears
Education Programs 2023
Austin Zoo Summer Camps 2023
Let us be your child’s summer camp destination! Kids will participate in animal encounters, zoo-based science activities, crafts, active games, keeper chats, and more!
Austin Zoo Granite Paver Campaign
Please help us continue our mission of assisting animals in need through rescue, conservation and education while leaving your legacy at Austin Zoo.
Your personalized paver will be prominently displayed along the pathway that leads to our Gift Shop.
Your contribution to our granite paver campaign will be used to support habitat renovations and expansions for some of our rescued animals!
Each line will hold 15 characters, including letters, spaces and punctuation.
16 inches x 16 inches with 3 lines of engraving available for $1000
8 inches x 8 inches with 2 lines of engraving available for $500
4 inches x 8 inches with 1 line of engraving available for $100
For more information and to contribute to our Granite Paver Campaign, please click HERE.
Train rides are every half hour, from 11 am to 3:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Saturdays and Sundays, every half hour from 11 am to 4:00 pm.
Please NOTE: The Train may occasionally not be operational, due to weather conditions or needed maintenance. Feel free to call the morning of your visit after 9:30 am to inquire. 512-288-1490
Tickets are $5 plus tax at the Train Depot.
Austin Zoo Revue & Gala
We would like to thank all those who donated at the 2022 Zoo Revue!
Become an Austin Zoo Member!
Your membership will go into effect the day you visit the Zoo to pick up your membership packet. Click HERE to purchase your membership today!
How You Can Help Austin Zoo Animals
1. Donate today by clicking on the donate button you see below.
2. Purchase a yearly membership by clicking HERE. Your membership will expire one year from the date of member’ first visit to the Zoo.
3. Mail us a check to: Austin Zoo PO Box 91808, Austin, TX 78709.
Austin Zoo is proud to be a Zoological Association of America Accredited Facility.
